Bailor Bell has extensive experience representing victims and their families harmed or killed in notable cases across the nation and has achieved unprecedented results in civil cases involving mass shootings, sexual assault and abuse, catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, carbon monoxide poisoning, and vehicular negligence.

In a recent landmark case, Mr. Bell played a pivotal role in obtaining a substantial seven-figure settlement for a grieving mother whose daughter tragically lost her life during the devastating school shooting incident at Central Visual and Performing Arts School (“CVPA”) in St. Louis, Missouri.

In addition to his catastrophic injury and wrongful death practice, Mr. Bell also continually represents businesses and associations to protect them in transactions, regulatory compliance, and litigation.

Before joining the firm, Mr. Bell practiced as a general civil litigation attorney for eight years. Mr. Bell has represented clients in the Michigan Supreme Court, the Michigan Court of Appeals, the Michigan Court of Claims, the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, the United States Court of Federal Claims, and circuit and probate courts throughout Michigan.

Mr. Bell previously served on the Executive Board for the Detroit Free Legal Aid Clinic and continues to volunteer with the Third Level Child and Family Services – Free Legal Aid Clinic in Traverse City.

Mr. Bell achieved a remarkable distinction by being featured consecutively in TCBN’s prestigious 40 Under 40 annual recognition program. This exclusive list celebrates the region’s most exceptional and influential young leaders who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievements and meaningful community involvement. His selection for two consecutive years highlights his significant contributions that have positively transformed the community, enhanced regional development, and stimulated economic growth through his impactful initiatives and dedicated leadership.

Education:

• J.D., Wayne State University, cum laude
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Grand Valley State University

Media Features:

Mr. Bell’s expertise and cases have been featured on/in:

• KWTX
• MLive
• Fox 59
• 9 & 10 News
• The Athletic
• The New York Times
• The Record-Eagle
• Texas Scorecard
• IndyStar
• Leelanau Enterprise

Professional Organizations:

• National Crime Victim Bar Association (“NCVBA”)
• Member of the Board for the More Than Four Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children, families, doctors, and researchers fighting pediatric cancer.

Bar & Court Admissions:

• State of Michigan
• United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan
• United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
• United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
• United States Court of Federal Claims